Bismarck, North Dakota vs. Abilene, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Abilene, Texas is 16.1% cheaper than Bismarck, North Dakota.

You would need a salary of $41,958 in Abilene, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Bismarck, North Dakota.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Abilene, Texas is cheaper than Bismarck, North Dakota
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
45% cheaper in Abilene
than in Bismarck, North Dakota
Bismarck, ND vs. Abilene, TX
Compared to Bismarck, Abilene is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  16.1% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  9.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  54.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  19.2% higher
  Commute
  7.7% lower
  Health
  24.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.0% lower